INEOS Britannia has their eye on the prize – to win the 37th America’s Cup. Go behind the scenes with Inside Tack and see what it takes to ensure that the best prepared team, with the best prepared boat can perform at optimum to take the Cup home. From the importance of nutrition to the benefits of a well-oiled shore team, to the power generated by the cyclors, and a collab with F1 for the best performance options, we’ve chosen a few episodes that highlight the team’s commitment to lifting the Cup.
Nutrition and performance
We hear from two pivotal members of the team responsible for the nutrition and performance of the cyclors. Pete Cunningham, Head of Human Performance, with a resume that includes six Olympic and two America’s Cup campaigns, provides insight into the rigorous high-performance demands placed on the cyclors. Nick Holt, the team’s Head Chef, highlights the crucial role nutrition plays in meeting these demands for athletes, alongside feeding the hundred-plus wider team who are working 24/7 to make every day on the water count. They discuss the critical role of nutrition and human performance science in the America’s Cup.
F1 collaborates with INEOS Britannia
Toto Wolff and Sir Ben Ainslie sat down to discuss the different ways that the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 team has collaborated with INEOS Britannia in their bid to win this year’s America’s Cup.
SailGP Emirates GBR team
We chat with driver Giles Scott and performance coach Rob Wilson about how they overcame a series of challenging events to triumph in Halifax, Canada. They delve into the demanding conditions, strategic adjustments, and the rollercoaster ride of getting to natural grips with helming in a 10 boat SailGP fleet. Gain insights into the team’s resilience, the intricacies of SailGP racing, and what it takes to bounce back and win at the highest level of competitive sailing.
Cyclors – the human batteries
We meet two remarkable America’s Cup ‘cyclors’. Neil Hunter, now in his third America’s Cup, transitioned from a traditional grinder to a cyclor whilst still being a grinder in SailGP. And Ryan Todhunter, who made the leap from rowing to sailing. Discover how these athletes power the hydraulics to control the sails. Hear their insights on the intense physical demands, teamwork and technology. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the evolution of roles in America’s Cup sailing.
The importance of a good shore team
Andrew Henderson and Sophie Heritage talk all things shore team. The veteran and the rookie talk about their roles in keeping the boat in optimal condition.
